Eric Dier was born in England on January 15th, 1994.
He is a Defensive midfielder/ Defender.
In his Youth career he played for Sporting CP and was loaned out to Everton.
During his Senior career he has played for Sporting CP B, Sporting CP and at Tottenham since 2014.
At international level he has played for England U18, England U19, England U 20, England U21 and England, which is impressive.
Eric Dier- Footballer (Nitty Gritty)
“My PE teacher used to scout for Sporting and, when I was nine, he recommended me for a trial. From there, I just went up through the age groups and was always kept on while others were dropping out.”- Eric Dier
“I had become a bit spoiled or complacent at Sporting and I needed a kick up a backside, which is what Everton gave me. I was quite tough going to an unfamiliar place where I didn’t know anoyone first.”- Eric Dier
Eric Dier- Footballer (What sets him apart)
“For me the sign of a bad player who someone who makes the same mistake twice.”- Eric Dier
“It’s a very relaxed approach at Sporting in terms of football. They pride themselves on bringing you up as a polite and respectful person. They would never get angry with you missed a pass but they would do if you were disrespectful to someone. There was no shouting.”- Eric Dier
Eric Dier- Footballer (Final Thoughts)
“I’m English. I’ve never said the opposite. I’m 100 per cent English. In Portugal it happens that a lot of Brazilians player for Portugal and they’re not Portugese.”- Eric Dier
“Obviously results are what count in senior football, but performing the right way as well is important.”- Eric Dier